Open Position: Recreation Staff

Job Type: Seasonal

Department: Parks & Recreation

Pay: $13.00/hour - $14.00/hour

Posting: March 1 – April 29, 2024

Purpose

Performs non-supervisory manual, semi-skilled and skilled work to perform a wide range of recreational duties.

Organizational Relationships

Communicates with: Internally - Public Works, Arena Staff, Community Center and City Auditorium

Externally –Community Members, Local organizations and sports associations

Essential Functions

Assist in the planning, development and implements the youth/adult recreation program.

Promotes and informs the public regarding youth/adult recreation programming.

Oversees enrollment and registration for youth/adult recreation.

Assist in ordering of supplies and equipment for teams.

Assists in the set up and painting of athletic fields.

Provides support and assistance to volunteer coaches

Performs public relation responsibilities in working with parents and community members in addressing their concerns, inquiries, addressing disputes appropriately and fairly.

Performs other duties of a comparable level or type, as required.

Perform general facilities tasks such as enforce facility rules, regulations and maintenance.

Provide security for community events, assist in set-up and take down of events

Provide coverage in concessions stand and vending

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Fundamentals of public relations theories and techniques in promoting, advertising, and/or informing the public of programs, services, courses or other events/projects.

Fundamentals and basic knowledge of recordkeeping and bookkeeping.

Basic knowledge concerning the use of computers and related software applications and general business equipment.

Knowledge of community resources and community organizations within the community.

Knowledge of the theories, philosophy and approaches to recreational programming, evaluation, and implementation.

General knowledge of City policies and procedures pertinent to the activities and programs of Willmar Recreation Department

Supervise opening and locking of facilities and uphold the rules of the facility.

Performs other related duties as assigned by the Recreation Coordinator

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

County and state health laws relating to concessions and food services; state and federal safety requirements including blood-borne pathogens and spills of bodily fluids; air quality laws; fire and building codes; state laws relating to electrical inspections; and federal laws dealing with sexual harassment.

Knowledge of the operations of sound systems, scoreboard and food service equipment.

Knowledge of current sports rules and recreational programming opportunities

Assist the Coordinator in planning, evaluating, implementing, coordinating, scheduling and arranging for recreational programs, activities, events, tournaments or services.

Applying public relation theories and techniques in promoting, advertising and informing the community of programs and services.

Applying judgment and discretion in handling problems, public relation concerns, and issues in accordance with the policies and procedures of the City.

Using computers and related software applications and general office equipment, e.g., copiers and phones.

Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, volunteers, department staff, and the general public.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience in recreation programming

Knowledge in up set-up and take down for events

Working Conditions

Majority of time is spent indoors at City’s multi-purpose facility. Performs a variety of physical movements such as bending/stooping, pushing/pulling and twisting/turning. Operates a variety of equipment and machinery. Performs a variety of lifting with objects frequently weighing over 50 pounds. Occasionally enters confined spaces. Experiences temperature extremes and must maintain balance while working on ice surface. Exposure to irritants/fumes, hazardous chemicals, vibrations, infectious diseases, noise and electric shock. Uses all types of vision, except color, hearing and sense of touch.

How to Apply:

Please note that all applications should be received online via the City's website at www.willmarmn.gov . Applications should be received by April 29, 2024.